2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 512 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Terrano | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
