2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 428 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS. 2006 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | IS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
