2000 Lexus LX vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 1570 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Lexus LX (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus LX | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | iQ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 32 L |
