2011 Lexus IS 250 vs. 2011 Lexus IS 200D
To start off, both 2011 Lexus IS 250 and 2011 Lexus IS 200D were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS 250 (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS 200D. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS 250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS 200D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS 250 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS 200D. 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 Lexus IS 200D (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS 250. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS 200D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS 250. 2011 Lexus IS 200D has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus IS 250 has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus IS 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS 200D will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Lexus IS 250 | 2011 Lexus IS 200D | |
Make | Lexus | Lexus |
Model | IS | IS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |