2008 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 29 kg more than 2007 Nissan Titan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus LS | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | LS | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4969 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 106 L |