2001 Lexus LX vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 720 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln LS. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus LX | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | LX | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
