2000 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 1989 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1989 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escape | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
