2007 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2007 Lexus LS and 2007 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Lexus LS | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | LS | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |