2002 Lexus LX vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Lexus LX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
