2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Santa Fe | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
