2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 598 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Nissan | Lexus |
Model | Pathfinder | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 385 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |