2011 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Lexus LX
To start off, both 2011 Lexus IS and 2011 Lexus LX were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LX weights approximately 1119 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LX 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, 2011 Lexus LX 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, 2011 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lexus IS | 2011 Lexus LX | |
Make | Lexus | Lexus |
Model | IS | LX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4991 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |