1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 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 90 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | QX4 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
