2006 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Lexus | Hyundai |
Model | IS | Equus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 77 L |