2009 Lexus LX vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Lexus LX.
Because 2009 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LX | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LX | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |
