2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti FX | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | FX | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |