2007 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 887 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | Armada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 105 L |
