2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2010 Acura TL.
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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti QX4 | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Infiniti | Acura |
| Model | QX4 | TL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
