1998 Ford Probe vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Probe would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 837 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Probe. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Probe | FX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
