1996 Lexus ES vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. 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 10 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus ES weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus ES | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | ES | Will |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
