2003 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 222 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GS | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
