2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 64 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.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Lexus | Volvo |
Model | IS | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |