2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Focus | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |