1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Infiniti | Ford |
Model | QX4 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2838 mm |