1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 428 kg more than 1991 Infiniti Q45.
Because 1991 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 1991 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | Q45 | Carens |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
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 | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |