Lexus CT 2014 vs Nissan Pulsar 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 99 HP | 115 HP | |
| Torque: | 142 NM | 190 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds | |
| Lexus CT engine produces 16 HP less power than Nissan Pulsar, whereas torque is 48 NM less than Nissan Pulsar. Despite less power, Lexus CT reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.6 | 5.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.8 l/100km | 6.6 l/100km | |
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The Lexus CT is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Lexus CT consumes 1.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Nissan Pulsar, which means that by driving the Lexus CT over 15,000 km in a year you can save 210 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Lexus CT consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Nissan Pulsar. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres | 46 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1250 km in combined cycle | 910 km in combined cycle | |
| 1280 km on highway | 1060 km on highway | ||
| 770 km with real consumption | 690 km with real consumption | ||
| Lexus CT gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 156 mm (6.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Nissan Pulsar can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Nissan Pulsar version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 280'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Lexus CT engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Toyota Corolla, Toyota Auris, Toyota C-HR | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Nissan Juke | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Lexus CT might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Lexus CT engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Lexus CT 2014 1.8 engine: The Toyota 2ZR-FXE is a 1.8-liter gasoline engine produced since 2009 and designed specifically for Toyota hybrid powertrains. It is based on the conventional 2ZR-FE but adapted for hybrid operation, prioritizing efficiency rather than outright performance. The engine is very economical and, with ... More about Lexus CT 2014 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.35 m | 4.39 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.52 m | |
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Lexus CT is smaller. Lexus CT is 4 cm shorter than the Nissan Pulsar, width is practically the same , while the height of Lexus CT is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 375 litres | 385 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
985 litres | 1395 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus CT is 1 metres more than that of the Nissan Pulsar, which means Lexus CT can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`790 kg | 1`750 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`370 kg | 1`190 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 420 kg | 560 kg | |
| Lexus CT load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 33 procentiem less than Nissan Pulsar. Therefore, Nissan Pulsar is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 12 600 | 6200 | |
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