2006 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS.
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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | IS | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |