2010 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Lexus LS.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus LS | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | NV |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 106 L |
