2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | NP300 | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
