1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 66 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4. 1998 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | QX4 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
