2001 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2009 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Lexus LX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LX weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. 2009 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | 2009 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Pride Wagon | LX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
