2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | FX | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 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 Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |