2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester 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 70 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 313 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | FX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
