2007 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2012 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2012 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |
