1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 13 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 104 kg more than 1997 Infiniti QX4. 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 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chrysler |
| Model | QX4 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3078 mm |
