2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Murano would be higher. Both 2008 Infiniti FX and 2007 Nissan Murano are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Murano. 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (360 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
