2008 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 531 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 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 (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Accent | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 303 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
