2000 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. 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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 1998 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Escape | QX4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |