2001 Lexus LX vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus LX | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
