2007 Lexus RX vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus RX | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | RX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |