2008 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. 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 (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Astra | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
