2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti FX weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | FX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
