2004 Lexus ES vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Lexus ES. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus ES weights approximately 492 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus ES | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
