2001 Lexus IS vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Mark X is newer by 3 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 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 435 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus IS | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
Model | IS | Mark X |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |