2012 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, both 2012 Lexus IS and 2012 Lexus LX were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lexus IS | 2012 Lexus LX | |
Make | Lexus | Lexus |
Model | IS | LX |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4991 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |