2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Maxima | LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3091 mm |
