2002 Lexus LX vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 889 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX.
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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 2006 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LX | LX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 96 L |
