2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe

To start off, both 2008 Infiniti FX and 2008 Maserati Coupe were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 250 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 2008 Maserati Coupe. 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 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 Maserati Coupe
Make Infiniti Maserati
Model FX Coupe
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 4244 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 297 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 451 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 18.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 88 L


 

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