2006 Nissan Navara vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS.
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 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Navara | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Nissan | Lexus |
Model | Navara | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |