2007 Lexus LX vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LX. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 501 kg more than 2007 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LX. (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LX | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Lexus | Chrysler |
| Model | LX | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |
