2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Infiniti | Dodge |
| Model | QX56 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
