2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 686 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Express | IS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |