2004 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 63 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion. 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 2012 Ford Fusion. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | QX4 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2728 mm |
