2003 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti QX4 | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | QX4 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
