2009 Ford Flex vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Flex | FX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |