2008 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
| Model | GS | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |
