2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti FX weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Explorer | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
