2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 156 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
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 (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | FX | Frontier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |