2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 139 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FX | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
