2001 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 179 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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 (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Subaru | Infiniti |
| Model | Legacy | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
