1999 Toyota Avalon vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 61 kg more than 1999 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2012 Lexus IS 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 2012 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avalon, 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, 1999 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Avalon | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Toyota | Lexus |
Model | Avalon | IS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |