2004 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus IS weights approximately 491 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus IS | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lexus | Lotus |
Model | IS | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |