2002 Lexus ES vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2002 Lexus ES and 2002 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Lexus ES. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus ES weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus ES. 2002 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus ES | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
