2008 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 171 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | Juke |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
