2002 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lexus IS | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | IS | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |