1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 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 159 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 1994 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Ranger | Q45 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |