2007 Lexus LS vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla.

Because 2007 Lexus LS 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 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lexus LS 1998 Toyota Corolla
Make Lexus Toyota
Model LS Corolla
Year Released 2007 1998
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4608 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2470 mm


 

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