2012 Infiniti FX vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Infiniti FX | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | FX | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |