2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner 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) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
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) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | FX | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 263 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |