2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. 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 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti FX | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | FX | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1719 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |