1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1997 Infiniti Q45 and 1997 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Infiniti Q45 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Infiniti | Peugeot |
Model | Q45 | 406 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |