2001 Lexus IS vs. 2002 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 607 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS.
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, 2002 Peugeot 607, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus IS | 2002 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | IS | 607 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
