1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze

To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 1998 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Infiniti QX4 1996 Plymouth Breeze
Make Infiniti Plymouth
Model QX4 Breeze
Year Released 1998 1996
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 359 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2750 mm


 

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