2003 Acura CL vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | CL | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
