2005 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza

To start off, both 2005 Infiniti FX and 2005 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti FX 2005 Subaru Impreza
Make Infiniti Subaru
Model FX Impreza
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 227 HP
Torque 366 Nm 294 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1864 kg 1399 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L


 

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