2004 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 536 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Camry | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Camry | LFA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
