2009 Lexus IS vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2009 Lexus IS and 2009 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | IS | Xterra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |