1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti QX4 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | QX4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |
