2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 758 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Pathfinder | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1888 kg |
| 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 Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
