1997 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2002 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Statesman | 2002 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Statesman | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
