2008 Lexus LX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Lexus LX and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LX (381 HP) has 318 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2008 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LX 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, 2008 Lexus LX (542 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm). This means 2008 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 2008 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LX | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | LX | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
