2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 31 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 202 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti FX | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | FX | CC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
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 | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2708 mm |