2012 Infiniti FX vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 46 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti FX | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | FX | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
