1995 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Infiniti Q45 | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Infiniti | Buick |
Model | Q45 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |