2009 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 292 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus LS | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | LS | Navara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 466 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |