1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2004 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | LeSabre | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
