2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 733 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.
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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti FX | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Infiniti | GMC |
Model | FX | Yukon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |