2001 Lexus LX vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2001 Lexus LX and 2001 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 1575 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift. 2001 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus LX | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lexus | Suzuki |
| Model | LX | Swift |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
