2004 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (230 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. 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 2011 Chevrolet Impala. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti QX4 | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | QX4 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |
