1996 Honda Today vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 837 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Today | IS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |