2009 Lexus LX vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Lexus LX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Lexus LX.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LX | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
