2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2009 Infiniti FX and 2009 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (257 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saturn Vue, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti FX | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Infiniti | Saturn |
Model | FX | Vue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |