2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 403 kg more than 1997 Infiniti QX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Charger. 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Charger | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
