2009 Lexus GS vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 73 L |
