2000 Lexus LX vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 890 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2000 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX 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, 2000 Lexus LX (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus LX | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LX | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
