2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | FX | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |