2007 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Infiniti | Hyundai |
| Model | FX | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
