2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2002 Lexus GX
To start off, 2002 Lexus GX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Lexus GX. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 Lexus GX. 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, 2002 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 2002 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
| Model | QX4 | GX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
