2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2007 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 275 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Acadia 2007 Infiniti FX
Make GMC Infiniti
Model Acadia FX
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 90 L


 

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