2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Infiniti FX

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Corvette and 2009 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 458 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Corvette 2009 Infiniti FX
Make Chevrolet Infiniti
Model Corvette FX
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6995 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 505 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1719 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 90 L