2001 Lexus GS vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus GS weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus GS. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus GS | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Caldina |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |