2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Infiniti FX and 2003 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (311 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (446 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti FX | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | FX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
