2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 209 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FX | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
