2009 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry.
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, 2010 Toyota Camry, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | IS | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |