2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 576 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2009 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | QX56 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
