2000 Lexus ES vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES would be higher. 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 38 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 594 kg more than 2000 Lexus ES.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus ES. 2000 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara 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 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Navara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
