2009 Lexus IS vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 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 5 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Lexus IS (400 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Suzuki |
| Model | IS | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
