2001 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti FX (300 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Seat Altea. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti FX weights approximately 568 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Infiniti FX (407 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Altea. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti FX | 2009 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Infiniti | Seat |
| Model | FX | Altea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
