2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (311 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (446 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti FX | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Infiniti | Dodge |
Model | FX | Nitro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |