2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius 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 177 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 514 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius. 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 2012 Toyota Prius. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti FX | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
