2011 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2011 Lexus IS and 2011 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 716 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2011 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
