2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Xedos | Lexus |
| Model | 9 | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
