2003 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 639 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti QX4 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | QX4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |