2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
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 (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Suzuki | Infiniti |
| Model | Vitara | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2885 mm |
