2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 537 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Express | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |