1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Infiniti QX4 | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Infiniti | Honda |
Model | QX4 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |