2001 Lexus LX vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 12 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, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 920 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. 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 2013 Ford Fusion. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus LX | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LX | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
