2007 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
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, 2010 Toyota Venza, 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 (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Venza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
