1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 15 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 768 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea. 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 2012 Seat Altea. 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Infiniti | Seat |
Model | QX4 | Altea |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |