2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 52 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
