2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 4 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti FX. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Infiniti | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | FX | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5026 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3295 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
