2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 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 212 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | QX56 | 6000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |