2009 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 4 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Lexus LS. (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 8 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 74 L |
