1999 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lexus IS | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | IS | NP300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |