1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1999 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX4 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
