2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 12 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 271 kg more than 2000 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Infiniti | GMC |
| Model | QX4 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
