2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Uplander | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
