2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
Model | 300 | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |