1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 93 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 2011 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | QX4 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
