2008 Lexus IS vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 Lexus IS and 2008 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
