2005 Lexus RX vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX.
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, 2005 Lexus RX (328 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | RX | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
