2006 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LS | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Lexus | Lexus |
Model | LS | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |