2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Lumina | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
