2007 Lexus IS vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300.
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, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | IS | Progress NC 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |