1996 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2002 Toyota F-1
To start off, 2002 Toyota F-1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Toyota F-1. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota F-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota F-1 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Toyota Lexcen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. (304 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Lexcen | 2002 Toyota F-1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Lexcen | F-1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
