2004 Infiniti FX vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (315 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (446 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | FX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
