2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cee'd 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 244 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 779 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cee'd. 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 (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | FX | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5026 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
