2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2008 Infiniti FX and 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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 57 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (263 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (339 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | FX | Torrent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |