2009 Lexus RX vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (273 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 197 kg more than 2009 Lexus RX.
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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus RX | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | RX | Navara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |