2002 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 274 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus IS | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Lexus | Jeep |
| Model | IS | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
