2003 Lexus LS vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LS | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 72 L |
