2006 Honda Element vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1107 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 1998 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Element | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
