1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 21 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 172 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1990 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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.
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1990 Infiniti Q45 | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Infiniti | Suzuki |
Model | Q45 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |