2008 Lexus IS vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, both 2008 Lexus IS and 2008 Toyota Aygo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 617 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2008 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 2008 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
