2002 Infiniti FX vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. 2002 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti FX | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | FX | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
