2009 Honda Fit vs. 2010 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti EX weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2010 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Fit 2010 Infiniti EX
Make Honda Infiniti
Model Fit EX
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 117 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1461 kg 1719 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 82 L


 

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