2002 Lexus ES vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Lexus ES. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus ES weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus ES | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | ES | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
