2008 Lexus IS vs. 2008 Peugeot 107
To start off, both 2008 Lexus IS and 2008 Peugeot 107 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 107. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2008 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | IS | 107 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
