1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 152 kg more than 1997 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | Q45 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |