2009 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 337 kg more than 2013 Lexus RX.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. 2009 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Routan | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lexus |
| Model | Routan | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3796 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
