2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2011 Lexus ES
To start off, 2011 Lexus ES is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2011 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
| Model | QX56 | ES |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
