2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2009 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 27 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti EX. (293 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 399 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2009 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | QX56 | EX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 82 L |