1995 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 9 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Infiniti Q45. (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1995 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Infiniti Q45 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
Model | Q45 | SC |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |