2002 Lexus ES vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus ES would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 Lexus ES. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 349 kg more than 2002 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus ES | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
