2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Suburban | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
