2001 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 5 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus IS | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | IS | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
