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 184 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5200 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 Infiniti FX weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
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 | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1296 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 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |