2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | FX | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
