2002 Lexus RX vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus RX weights approximately 359 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Because 2002 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lexus RX 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus RX | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
