2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Infiniti EX.
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, 2009 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 1997 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Infiniti | Isuzu |
| Model | EX | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
