2005 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, both 2005 Lexus RX and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 201 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lexus RX 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Lexus Toyota
Model RX Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 283 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.8:1
Top Speed 180 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9 seconds 13.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 2520 kg
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.2 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 96 L


 

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