1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 83 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
| Model | QX4 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
