1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Chronos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Chronos would be higher. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (311 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Chrysler Chronos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Chronos | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Chronos | IS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2731 mm |
