2003 Lexus LX vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2003 Lexus LX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 905 kg more than 2000 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus LX | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Lexus | Renault |
Model | LX | Safrane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |