2001 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 650 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | MDX | FX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |