2007 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 608 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (288 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
