2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. 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 (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | FX | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5026 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
