2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 156 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
