2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Sportage | FX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
