2002 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti FX. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti FX | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | FX | M |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |