1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | QX4 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
