2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1956 Renault Juva

To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva. 2009 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Infiniti QX56 1956 Renault Juva
Make Infiniti Renault
Model QX56 Juva
Year Released 2009 1956
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5552 cc 747 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 533 Nm 45 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 7.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1719 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2360 mm


 

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