2001 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti QX4 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | QX4 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
