1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 10 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 66 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 384 kg more than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | QX4 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |