2003 Acura CL vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL 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 74 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | CL | FX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |