2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Express | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
