2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 897 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.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Titan. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 140 L |
