Toyota Corolla 2013 vs Lexus IS 2013
| Comparing electrical vehicle (EV) with combustion engine (ICE) one is a complex task, but we are doing our best. | |||
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 2.5 Hybrid | |
| Petrol engines (Toyota Corolla) are generally cheaper to purchase and maintain, with simpler mechanics and consistent highway performance. Hybrid (Lexus IS) engines, on the other hand, provide significantly better fuel efficiency and lower emissions, especially in urban and stop-and-go traffic conditions. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 122 HP | 223 HP | |
| Torque: | 157 NM | 221 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds | |
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Lexus IS is a more dynamic driving. Toyota Corolla engine produces 101 HP less power than Lexus IS, whereas torque is 64 NM less than Lexus IS. Due to the lower power, Toyota Corolla reaches 100 km/h speed 2.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Consumption: | 6.3 l/100km | 4.3 l/100km | |
| Fuel cost per 100km: | 11.70 € | no data | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 870 km in combined cycle | 1530 km in combined cycle | |
| Lexus IS gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Toyota Corolla) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Lexus IS) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus IS can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Lexus IS version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 280'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Lexus IS engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 20 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Toyota Auris | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Toyota Corolla might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Toyota Corolla 2013 1.6 engine: This engine is considered one of the most reliable in its class and, with proper maintenance, does not cause major issues for owners. However, its performance is rather modest.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.62 m | 4.67 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Toyota Corolla is 5 cm shorter than the Lexus IS, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Corolla is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 452 litres | 450 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.4 meters | |
| Gross weight: | no data | 2`130 kg | |
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| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 7400 | 15 200 | |
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