2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 324 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | FX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
