2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 301 kg more than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 2004 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Colorado | FX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 81 L |