2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2002 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 759 kg more than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2002 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Cherokee | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1677 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 66 L |
