2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 149 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Ram | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 81 L |
