2006 Lexus LX vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LX. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX. 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LX | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | LX | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 20.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |