1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 5 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 232 kg more than 1997 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | Q45 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
