2008 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Rio | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
