2006 Hyundai Azera vs. 2002 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Azera | 2002 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Azera | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
