1998 Lexus ES vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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, 1998 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4. 1998 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus ES | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | ES | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
