2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | FX | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
