1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 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 26 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (301 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti QX4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | QX4 | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 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 | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
