1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 20 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Fusion, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Infiniti Q45 | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | Q45 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
