1997 Lexus LX vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LX weights approximately 960 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lexus LX | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LX | Caldina |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |