2009 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 3 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Lexus | Lexus |
Model | IS | LFA |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3454 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1219 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2606 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |