1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 19 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Infiniti Q45 2009 Saab 05-Sep
Make Infiniti Saab
Model Q45 05-Sep
Year Released 1990 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4493 cc 2288 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 277 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 396 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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