2002 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 7 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. Both 2002 Infiniti FX and 2009 Infiniti M are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti FX. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 114 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti FX | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | FX | M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
