2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti FX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti FX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti FX. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti FX. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Corvette | FX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |