2008 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M 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 M | |
Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
Model | GS | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |