2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens 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 187 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens. 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 Kia Carens. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti FX | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | FX | Carens |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
