2007 Lexus RX vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX 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 RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus RX | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | RX | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |