2003 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 169 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | S2000 | IS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |