2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 2006 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX4 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | QX4 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |