2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2002 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 771 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2002 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Veracruz | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
