2006 Lexus GX vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Lexus GX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2006 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GX | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GX | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
