2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti FX | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | FX | Previa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |