2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2011 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 541 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Coupe 2011 Infiniti EX
Make Fiat Infiniti
Model Coupe EX
Year Released 2000 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1746 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1721 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1572 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 76 L


 

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