1999 Honda City vs. 2006 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda City 2006 Infiniti FX
Make Honda Infiniti
Model City FX
Year Released 1999 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1342 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2860 mm


 

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