2004 Honda That vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda That would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2004 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 893 kg more than 2004 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda That | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | That | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2728 mm |
