2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2004 Infiniti FX and 2004 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano, 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 82 L |
