2006 Infiniti FX vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti FX | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | FX | Villager |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |