2001 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 11 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 324 kg more than 2001 Infiniti FX.
Because 2001 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm). This means 2001 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti FX | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | FX | Routan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
