2001 Lexus IS vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2001 Lexus IS and 2001 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2001 Lexus IS (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus IS | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Lexus | Vauxhall |
| Model | IS | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
