2000 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I. 2005 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2000 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2005 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | I | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
