2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Monte Carlo | FX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |