1998 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 474 kg more than 1998 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti Q45 | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q45 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
