2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. 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 (501 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (380 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Impala | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
