2012 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 8 kg more than 2013 Infiniti FX.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX. 2013 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. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Frontier | FX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
