2005 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger. 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 2005 Dodge Charger. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Charger | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5026 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |