2011 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS.
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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Lexus | Lotus |
| Model | IS | Evora |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
