2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | LaCrosse | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
