2010 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Lexus LX
To start off, 2011 Lexus LX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LX weights approximately 794 kg more than 2010 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus LS. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus LS | 2011 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | LX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 93 L |
