2011 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti I would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2001 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti QX56 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Infiniti QX56 | 2001 Infiniti I | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | QX56 | I |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 559 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2760 mm |