2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 5 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, 2007 Lexus GS (304 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus GS. 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, 2007 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti QX4 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
| Model | QX4 | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
