2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 3 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX4 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
