2010 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti FX | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
