1993 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 1993 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Infiniti Q45 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q45 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
