2004 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2004 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti QX4 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX4 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
