2006 Lexus IS vs. 2000 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 883 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Lexus LX (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2000 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | IS | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
