2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC.
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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2005 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti QX56 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
Model | QX56 | SC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |