2006 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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 LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | IS | LFA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
