2008 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Lexus RX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus RX | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | RX | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |