1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. 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 93 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 363 kg more than 1997 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti Q45. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | Q45 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
