1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, both 1997 Ford Aerostar and 1997 Infiniti QX4 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1997 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
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1997 Ford Aerostar | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Aerostar | QX4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |