2003 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LS | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |
