2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti FX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.

Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Viper 2013 Infiniti FX
Make Dodge Infiniti
Model Viper FX
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Roadster Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8285 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 499 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 711 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102.4 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100.6 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Natural Gas (CNG)
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1602 kg 1943 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 13.4 L/100km


 

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