1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang.
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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Mustang | FX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |