2004 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 141 kg more than 2004 Infiniti QX56. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti QX56. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti QX56. (529 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti QX56 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Infiniti | Land Rover |
| Model | QX56 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 88 L |
