2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2003 Lexus LX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2003 Lexus LX | |
Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
Model | QX56 | LX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |