1995 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 16 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, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Infiniti Q45. (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1995 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 102 kg more than 1995 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Infiniti Q45 | 2011 Acura RL | |
Make | Infiniti | Acura |
Model | Q45 | RL |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |