1999 Ford 021 C vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford 021 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford 021 C 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 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 769 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford 021 C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (500 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | 021 C | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2885 mm |
