2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 1520 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
