1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4. 1997 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | QX4 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
