1995 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Lexcen | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Lexcen | Echo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
