1995 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lexus GS | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | GS | Armada |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |