2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | FX | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
