2000 Infiniti I 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 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I 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 56 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | I | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
