1996 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Infiniti Q45 | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | Q45 | FX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 5019 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 87.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |