2004 Lexus GX vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2004 Lexus GX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 782 kg more than 1998 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus GX | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GX | Picnic |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |