2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage.
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 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Sportage | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
