2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Tucson | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
