2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2007 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
