2000 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 495 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX. 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 2000 Acura NSX. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | NSX | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
