2001 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Focus | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
