2008 Toyota Camry vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 24 kg more than 1994 Toyota Lexcen.

Because 1994 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 1994 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Camry 1994 Toyota Lexcen
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Camry Lexcen
Year Released 2008 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2362 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1384 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2740 mm


 

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