2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 9 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 23 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 218 kg more than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Enclave. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti FX | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Infiniti | Buick |
Model | FX | Enclave |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |