2004 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2004 Acura RL
To start off, both 2004 Infiniti QX4 and 2004 Acura RL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Acura RL. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RL. (313 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti QX4 | 2004 Acura RL | |
Make | Infiniti | Acura |
Model | QX4 | RL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 359 Nm | 313 Nm |
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 | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |