2008 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
| Model | IS | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
