2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Infiniti QX4.
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, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2002 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti QX4 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Infiniti | Tata |
| Model | QX4 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
