1995 Infiniti J30 vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1995 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Infiniti J30 | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | J30 | QX56 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |