2006 Lexus LS vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2006 Lexus LS and 2006 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus LS 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 2006 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima, 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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LS | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | LS | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 76 L |