2009 Infiniti EX vs. 2001 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus RX weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Infiniti EX.
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, 2009 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 2001 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
| Model | EX | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
