2008 Lexus RX vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, both 2008 Lexus RX and 2008 Nissan Titan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Lexus RX. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus RX.
Because 2008 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus RX | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | RX | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 106 L |