1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2013 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 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 83 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-V. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Infiniti Q45 2013 Honda CR-V
Make Infiniti Honda
Model Q45 CR-V
Year Released 1997 2013
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4130 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 378 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0 : 1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1759 kg 1601 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1654 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 58 L


 

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