2003 Lexus IS vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. Both 2003 Lexus IS and 2001 Lexus IS are equipped with a 1,988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS.
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, 2001 Lexus IS (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS. 2001 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2003 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2003 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | IS | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
