2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 793 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Silverado | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |