2003 Lexus LX vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2003 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LX | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LX | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
