2009 Lexus IS vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 720 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo, 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, 2009 Lexus IS (400 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Echo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
