2001 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti FX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti FX.

Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura NSX 2013 Infiniti FX
Make Acura Infiniti
Model NSX FX
Year Released 2001 2013
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 480 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 362 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2885 mm


 

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