2005 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 769 kg more than 1998 Lexus GS. 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 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti QX56 | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
| Model | QX56 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
