2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 963 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX. 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Infiniti FX 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Infiniti Nissan
Model FX Pathfinder
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 297 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3400 RPM
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 2283 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4884 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1847 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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