2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | SsangYong | Infiniti |
| Model | Korando | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
