2007 Proton Satria vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Satria would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 1560 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria. 2012 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Satria will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Satria | 2012 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Proton | Lexus |
| Model | Satria | LX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
