2012 Chevrolet Sonic vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Sonic and 2012 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 2012 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS 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, 2012 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Sonic | IS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
