2009 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti FX. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 2005 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | M | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
