2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX.
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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Ram | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
