2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Pathfinder | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
