1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 13 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 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Infiniti | Hyundai |
| Model | QX4 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
