2007 Lexus LX vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 Lexus LX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Caldina. (130 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LX weights approximately 302 kg more than 2003 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Caldina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX 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, 2007 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LX | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |
