2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 2000 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX4 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
