2000 Lexus ES vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2000 Lexus ES and 2000 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus ES weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2000 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus ES | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Almera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
