1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 756 kg more than 1997 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Explorer | QX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3075 mm |
