2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1994 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti G20. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Infiniti G20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX56 | 1994 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | QX56 | G20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
