2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
