1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 11 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti QX4 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX4 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
