2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2005 Lexus LX
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LX weights approximately 1502 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 2005 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Picanto | LX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
