2009 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti EX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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 EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
| Model | LS | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 76 L |
