2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 27 kg more than 1999 Nissan Serena. 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Serena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
