2007 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2007 Lexus RX and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Lexus RX (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2007 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lexus | Suzuki |
| Model | RX | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
