2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Corolla | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
