2002 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 10 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 35 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.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lexus IS | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
Make | Lexus | Lamborghini |
Model | IS | Aventador |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 700 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 689 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1135 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |