1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 15 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 217 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Infiniti Q45 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Infiniti | Smart |
Model | Q45 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 33 L |