2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 821 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Equinox | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
