2009 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2009 Lexus LX.
Because 2009 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LX | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | LX | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 129 L |
