2011 Lexus RX vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2011 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus RX weights approximately 97 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus RX. (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus RX | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | RX | 407 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |
