2001 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti FX weights approximately 662 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2001 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti FX 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, 2001 Infiniti FX (407 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2001 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti FX | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
