2004 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Infiniti QX4.
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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Audi |
| Model | QX4 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3002 mm |
