1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 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 55 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 562 kg more than 1994 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Infiniti Q45 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
Model | Q45 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |