2002 Lexus LX vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Lexus LX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 976 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara. 2002 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Solara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
