2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Land Cruiser | RX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
