2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 347 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Tundra | FX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
