2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Infiniti FX and 2008 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 119 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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.
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2008 Infiniti FX | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | FX | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |