2005 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti FX and 2005 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 Infiniti FX and 2005 Nissan Altima are equipped with a 3,491 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 449 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti FX | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | FX | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1936 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |