2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Caliber | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
