2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
Model | FX | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |