2000 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 468 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Because 2000 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 300. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus LX. (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus LX | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Lexus | Chrysler |
| Model | LX | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
