1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti FX. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 341 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Corvette | FX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |