1998 Lexus ES vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Lexus ES. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus ES weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus ES | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | ES | Armada |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3140 mm |