2005 Lexus GS vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 1 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, 2005 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Lexus GS.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GS | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 73 L |
