2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | FX | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5019 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
