2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, both 2009 Infiniti FX and 2009 Chevrolet Uplander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 641 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti FX | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
Model | FX | Uplander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |