2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 882 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | TrailBlazer | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
