1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Infiniti Q45. 1990 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2004 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Infiniti Q45 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | Q45 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 69 L |
