2003 Lexus LX vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LX.
Because 2003 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Titan. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LX | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LX | Titan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
