2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, both 2009 Infiniti FX and 2009 Alpina B3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 89 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B3. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti FX | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Infiniti | Alpina |
Model | FX | B3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5019 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 93.8 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 | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |