2006 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 257 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
