1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Infiniti | Ford |
Model | QX4 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |