2009 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 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 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 88 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 228 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 76 L |
