2007 Lexus IS vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Prius, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
