2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tipper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tipper would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 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, 2012 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 2012 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Tipper has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Tipper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Tipper | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
