2006 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 6 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 49 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Escape. 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LX | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 66 L |
