2001 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 11 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, 2012 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 484 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge.
Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Edge. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus LX | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LX | Edge |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
