2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti FX would be higher. Both 2008 Infiniti FX and 2004 Infiniti FX are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti FX. 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | FX | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 81 L |
