1995 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 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 99 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Lexcen | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lexcen | Polo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
