1995 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 13 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 (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Fox, 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 (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (156 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Lexcen | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lexcen | Fox |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
