2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 376 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Magnum | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
