1999 Lexus LX vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LX | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
