1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 17 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Infiniti Q45 | 2007 Audi A3 | |
Make | Infiniti | Audi |
Model | Q45 | A3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |