2007 Lexus IS vs. 2009 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2009 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 2 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS.
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, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 748 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2009 Maybach Landaulet | |
Make | Lexus | Maybach |
Model | IS | Landaulet |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |