2010 Infiniti FX vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 381 kg more than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti FX | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Infiniti | Dodge |
| Model | FX | Ram |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
