2003 Lexus LX vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus LX | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LX | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |