2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (366 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | FX | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 303 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
