2008 Lexus GS vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 316 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lexus GS (362 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
