RX330 Vs. Outback AWD?

[aythya]

What are the major differences on the systems between the two vehicles? Particularly the 2005 model RX and Outback wagons? Why do I not see any Lexus RX vehicles in this category? I would think that the RX would offer a comparable platform with less aftermarket support, not that either is great is in the US.

Thanks in advance!

 

[sseaman]

The RX is not built for any off pavement adventures, the desing and components are car based for a good ride. The Outback would be much more capable and a few have modded them for a little more offroad forays. The RX would come with more luxury options standard but a loaded up Outback would be pretty plush.

 

[thebrassnuckles]

my wife drives an rx330... i really want to put some 31" bfg all terrains on it.

her... not so much.

 

[MINO]

I thought nothing of the RX300s until I ran into one on the far east side of Mono lake.
It's a good 1.5 hours of sandy trails. Not enough to require airing down, but enough to get in trouble if you don't keep your speed.

I was impressed, he was heavily pinstripped from the overgrowth and he managed to follow me out too.

From my limited knowledge of toyota AWD systems. It appears they use a computer controlled approach. Activating a brake for the slipping wheel.
I NEVER liked that methodology from them. It sucked on my ISF, and it sucks on my Tundra.

Subaru takes a mechanical approach with a rear viscous diff. Albeit, it is the smallest viscous diff I have ever seen but it gets the job done. The AWD varies from manual to auto.
The auto's normally function more as a FWD until slip is detected. Manuals are full time awd. I've owned a WRX and now a Forester as well. I'd give the nod to the outback over the lexus.