2005 Lexus LX vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Lexus LX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LX. 2005 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus LX | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |