2011 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Kia Cadenza
To start off, both 2011 Lexus IS and 2011 Kia Cadenza were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2011 Lexus IS and 2011 Kia Cadenza are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cadenza. (290 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cadenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Kia Cadenza. 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, 2011 Kia Cadenza, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 2011 Kia Cadenza | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | IS | Cadenza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 290 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4965 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2845 mm |
