2004 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Infiniti QX4 and 2004 Opel Vectra 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra. 2004 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Infiniti QX4 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Infiniti | Opel |
Model | QX4 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |