2007 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 1 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 116 | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |