1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 14 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 949 kg more than 1997 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Infiniti | Land Rover |
Model | Q45 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 Weight | 1759 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |