2006 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Because 2012 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 2012 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Camry 2012 Infiniti FX
Make Toyota Infiniti
Model Camry FX
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2358 cc 3500 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4865 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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