2006 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti FX 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 114 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Element. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti FX | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | FX | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |