2003 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 281 kg more than 2003 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
