2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Hardbody | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1943 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2885 mm |
