2011 Infiniti FX vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Xterra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Infiniti FX | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | FX | Xterra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2062 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |