1999 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 13 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1999 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus LX.
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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | LX | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
