2006 Lexus IS vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 487 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2006 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
