2012 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti FX | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Aston Martin |
| Model | FX | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
