2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | FX | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2635 mm |
