2010 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, both 2010 Lexus IS and 2010 Chevrolet Kalos were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 707 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Kalos, 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus IS | 2010 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | IS | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
