2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Infiniti FX and 2008 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 181 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento 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 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | FX | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |