1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 15 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 876 kg more than 1997 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | Q45 | NV |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 2635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |