2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti FX. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 735 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti FX | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
Model | FX | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |