2005 Infiniti FX vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (194 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Infiniti FX.
Because 2005 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti FX | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | FX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
