2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 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, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti FX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti FX.

Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Acura TL 2007 Infiniti FX
Make Acura Infiniti
Model TL FX
Year Released 2008 2007
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 286 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.2 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 90 L


 

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