2004 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX 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 2004 Acura NSX. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | NSX | FX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |