2003 Lexus GS vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 847 kg more than 2003 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GS | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
