2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 580 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester 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 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | FX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5026 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
