2011 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Lexus RX. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 242 kg more than 2012 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Lexus RX | |
Make | Volkswagen | Lexus |
Model | Touareg | RX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2137 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |