2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 149 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 348 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | FX | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |