2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 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 26 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. 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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | QX4 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
