1999 Lexus ES vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Lexus ES.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus ES | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | ES | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
