2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2001 Seat Tango

To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango 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 142 more horse power than 2001 Seat Tango. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Tango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Tango. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango. 2008 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Tango has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Tango will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Infiniti QX56 2001 Seat Tango
Make Infiniti Seat
Model QX56 Tango
Year Released 2008 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5552 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 533 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2100 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 2010 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 55 L


 

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