1996 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 947 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1996 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Suzuki Vitara | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Suzuki | Infiniti |
Model | Vitara | FX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2885 mm |