2003 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 444 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, 2007 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | S2000 | IS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |