2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti FX. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Lumina | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5800 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1836 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |