2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1999 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 1999 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Express | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
