2010 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Lexus IS

To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus IS would be higher. Both 2010 Lexus IS and 2011 Lexus IS are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 204 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Lexus IS 2011 Lexus IS
Make Lexus Lexus
Model IS IS
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 204 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1742 kg 1742 kg
Vehicle Length 4636 mm 4633 mm
Vehicle Width 1801 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1415 mm 1415 mm
Wheelbase Size 2731 mm 2731 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 65 L


 

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