2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota RAV4 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 170 more horse power than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 677 kg more than 2003 Toyota RAV4. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
