Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Infiniti M | Lexus IS | |
Engine | 5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@6000 417 lb-ft@4400 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 107.5 in | 6.7 in |
Length | 194.7 in | 180.1 in | 14.6 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 70.9 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 59.1 in | 56.1 in | 3 in |
Curb Weight | 4028 lb. | 3780 lb. | 248 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.2 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 54.4 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 54.1 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.0 in | 43.9 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 36.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 52.7 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 53.7 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 30.6 in | 5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 5.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
2012 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 420-horsepower 5.6L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable up front. see full Infiniti M review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The footwells are very narrow for a car of this size. This is a side-effect of it being RWD. The "dead" pedal seems to be in the wrong spot, at least for me; it's too far to the right. On the plus side the air conditioned seats are great. It is possible to drive around in 90 degree weather wearing shorts, with the windows down, and feel comfortable. see full Infiniti M review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very envelopped and comfortable seat, have better padding, and seating posture is better than most of the luxry cars I tried. see full Infiniti M review |
2012 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The fronts seats need more bolstering. The BMW 5 series has much, much better seats. If I could change one thing about the car, it would be the seats. Anyone considering this car should sit in the seat at least 30 minutes before making a purchase decision. see full Infiniti M review |
2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |