2007 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 503 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | IS | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 99 L |