1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja. 1999 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | QX4 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
