2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. 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, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. 2005 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Equinox has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Equinox | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3423 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
