1996 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Lexus GS.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus GS | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
