2005 Lexus ES vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Lexus ES. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus ES.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus ES | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
