2011 Lexus IS vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lexus IS | 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
Model | IS | Shogun |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |