1989 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1989 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Peugeot |
| Model | Q45 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
