2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2003 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2007 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2003 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | CR-V | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
