2000 Ford Artic vs. 2000 Infiniti QX4
To start off, both 2000 Ford Artic and 2000 Infiniti QX4 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 662 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Artic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2000 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Artic | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
