1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 880 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2006 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | GMC | Infiniti |
Model | Suburban | QX4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3140 mm |