2004 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Intrepid | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Intrepid | FX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
