2001 Lexus LX vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 56 kg more than 2001 Lexus LX. 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 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus LX | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
