2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti FX. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti FX | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
Model | FX | XF |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2908 mm |