2005 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Focus | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
