2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti FX. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 685 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.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti FX | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | FX | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |
