2009 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
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, 2009 Lexus IS (503 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
Model | IS | EX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4969 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 416 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |