2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Freestyle | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
