2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Nitro | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |