2004 Acura CL vs. 2001 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 2001 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | CL | QX4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |