1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 7 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (360 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Suzuki |
| Model | QX4 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
