2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (315 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (446 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Avalanche | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
