1993 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 18 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 187 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 727 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Materia, 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. 1993 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Materia 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.
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1993 Infiniti Q45 | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Infiniti | Daihatsu |
Model | Q45 | Materia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |