2005 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2005 Lexus RX and 2005 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus RX | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | RX | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |