2011 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 803 kg more than 2011 Lexus GS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus GS | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | NV |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
