1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 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 7 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (231 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti QX4 | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | QX4 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
