2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (316 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | FX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
