2005 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1333 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti QX56. (529 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti QX56. 2005 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti QX56 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX56 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
