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. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 142 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2010 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2010 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
