2011 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 368 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lexus IS | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | IS | Touran |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4633 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |