2003 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 631 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Because 2003 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G8. 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti QX4 | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | QX4 | G8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
