2008 Honda Fit vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen 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 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 1995 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |