2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
| Model | FX | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 71 L |
