1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 12 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 62 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2006 Toyota Highlander, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | Q45 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
