2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti QX4 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | QX4 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
