2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2007 Kia Amanti

To start off, 2007 Kia Amanti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX56 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 55 more horse power than 2007 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Amanti.

Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Amanti. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Amanti.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Infiniti QX56 2007 Kia Amanti
Make Infiniti Kia
Model QX56 Amanti
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5555 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 315 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 261 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 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 Width 2010 mm 1860 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km


 

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