2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 3 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), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
| Model | QX56 | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
