2007 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
