2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 462 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
| Model | Vibe | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
