2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 143 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | FX | Xterra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |