2001 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (386 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus IS | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | IS | Navara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 386 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |