2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Equinox | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
