2003 Lexus LX vs. 1997 Nissan President
To start off, 2003 Lexus LX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Nissan President.
Because 2003 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX 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 LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus LX | 1997 Nissan President | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | LX | President |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 4492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |