2000 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Focus | FX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |