2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 5 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 20 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | FX | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2475 mm |
