2006 Lexus LX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LX would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 667 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus LX. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | LX | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 117 L |
