1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 14 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
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, 2011 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | QX4 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3002 mm |
