2007 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Lexus RX and 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 167 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 656 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX 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 (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
