2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Transit Connect | FX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |