1998 Lexus ES vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 98 kg more than 1998 Lexus ES.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lexus ES (304 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 1998 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus ES | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
