2006 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | IS | 1400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |