1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 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 99 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 447 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 1999 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Sorento 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 2010 Kia Sorento
Make Infiniti Kia
Model QX4 Sorento
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 359 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1962 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2720 mm