2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX56 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
Model | QX56 | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 416 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |