2003 Lexus LS vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 6 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 110 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 202 kg more than 2003 Lexus LS.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LS | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Navara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |
