2007 Lexus RX vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo 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 164 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 955 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Echo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
