2007 Lexus RX vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus RX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 297 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
| Model | RX | FX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
