2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti FX would be higher. 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 129 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 317 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal. 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 2011 Buick Regal. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti FX | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Infiniti | Buick |
| Model | FX | Regal |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2738 mm |
