2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2004 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti QX4 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 115 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Primera. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2004 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Primera. 2002 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Primera 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 | 2004 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX4 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
