1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 67 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1998 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Infiniti | Suzuki |
| Model | QX4 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
