2003 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 658 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Vauxhall Vectra | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Vauxhall | Infiniti |
Model | Vectra | FX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2885 mm |