1996 Lexus ES vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 301 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus ES | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1831 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
