2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | 300 | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2885 mm |
