2005 Lexus RX vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 1996 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | RX | LX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
