2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda FR-V. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2007 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | FR-V | FX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
