1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Highlander. 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | QX4 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
