2008 Lexus ES vs. 2008 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2008 Lexus ES and 2008 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Almera weights approximately 950 kg more than 2008 Lexus ES.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Lexus ES (344 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2008 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus ES | 2008 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Almera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
