2002 Infiniti FX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti FX. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 848 kg more than 2002 Infiniti FX. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti FX | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
Model | FX | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |