1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1997 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 1997 Infiniti QX4 and 1997 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1997 Seat Ibiza. 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 Seat Ibiza. 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 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Ibiza. 1997 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1997 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Infiniti | Seat |
Model | QX4 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3275 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |