1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4. 1997 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
