2005 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 176 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti FX | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | FX | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
