2012 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry.
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, 2012 Toyota Camry, 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Camry | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Toyota | Lexus |
Model | Camry | IS |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |