1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | Q45 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
