1996 Lexus ES vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1996 Lexus ES and 1996 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus ES weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 1996 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lexus ES | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | ES | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |