2001 Infiniti FX vs. 2001 Nissan Alpha

To start off, both 2001 Infiniti FX and 2001 Nissan Alpha were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Alpha (301 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti FX. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti FX weights approximately 475 kg more than 2001 Nissan Alpha.

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, 2001 Infiniti FX (407 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Alpha. (359 Nm). This means 2001 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Alpha.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Infiniti FX 2001 Nissan Alpha
Make Infiniti Nissan
Model FX Alpha
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4494 cc 4490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 300 HP 301 HP
Torque 407 Nm 359 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1285 kg
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2660 mm


 

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