2005 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus.

Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus 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:

2005 Ford Focus 2012 Infiniti FX
Make Ford Infiniti
Model Focus FX
Year Released 2005 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 3850 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 200 km/hour 212 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 8.3 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4865 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 90 L


 

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