2007 Acura RL vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 258 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | RL | FX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |