1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Infiniti QX4. 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Infiniti QX4 | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Infiniti | Jeep |
Model | QX4 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |