2005 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. 2005 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti QX4 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | QX4 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |