2005 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti FX and 2005 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti FX | 2005 Lexus SC | |
Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
Model | FX | SC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 278 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |