2000 Ford Artic vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Artic. 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 (550 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Artic | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
