2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Infiniti FX. 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chrysler |
| Model | FX | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
