2004 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. 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 68 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti QX4 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | QX4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 359 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |