2008 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Ram | FX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |