2007 Lexus LX vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2007 Lexus LX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LX weights approximately 77 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. 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, 2007 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LX | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | LX | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |
