2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | NP300 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
