2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2001 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Wrangler | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
