1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 8 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Thesis. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | QX4 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
