2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 9 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 77 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 870 kg more than 2002 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti QX4 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | QX4 | Viano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |