2009 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 543 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus LS | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | LS | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 466 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |