2008 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
| Model | LS | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 90 L |
