1999 Lexus LX vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 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 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus LX (230 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1999 Lexus LX.
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 (417 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
