2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2002 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Blackhawk | IS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |