2001 Lexus RX vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 2001 Lexus RX and 2001 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus RX weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 2001 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus RX | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Lexus | Suzuki |
Model | RX | Vitara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |