2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 241 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lexus IS (340 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Frontier | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
