2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 9 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), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 86 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY, 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Infiniti | Dodge |
| Model | FX | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
