2007 Lexus GX vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Nissan President.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GX | 1998 Nissan President | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | GX | President |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4670 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |