2009 Lexus LX vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Lexus LX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 279 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LX weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LX | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 Weight | 1620 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |
