1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1997 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 1997 Infiniti QX4 and 1997 Toyota 4Runner 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 115 more horse power than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. 1997 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota 4Runner has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota 4Runner 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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