1995 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 18 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 144 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Infiniti Q45 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q45 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
