2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Maxima | FX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2885 mm |
