2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS.
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 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
Model | 300 | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |