2009 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Satria 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 66 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 501 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Lexus | Proton |
| Model | IS | Satria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
