2007 Lexus IS vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 462 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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 Lexus IS (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
