2009 Infiniti M vs. 2001 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Because 2001 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 2001 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | M | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
