1997 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 892 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | Integra | FX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
