1996 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 398 kg more than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Because 1996 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX 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 LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus LX | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LX | Quest |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
