1997 Lexus ES vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus ES would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus ES.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lexus ES | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | ES | Titan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3560 mm |