2006 Lexus RX vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
| Model | RX | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
