2007 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Lexus RX. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus RX.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 2012 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
| Model | FX | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
