2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1994 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 1994 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | QX56 | J30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
