2011 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti M would be higher. Both 2011 Infiniti M and 2012 Infiniti FX are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 235 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti M. 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, both vehicles can yield 550 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2011 Infiniti M | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | M | FX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |