2005 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2005 Lexus IS and 2005 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus IS | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | IS | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |