2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2007 Toyota Prius

To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius 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 193 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 419 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Infiniti FX 2007 Toyota Prius
Make Infiniti Toyota
Model FX Prius
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 111 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1719 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 3.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 45 L


 

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