1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti QX4. (315 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 203 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Corvette | QX4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |