2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX4 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2779 mm |
