2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Malibu | FX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 5019 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |