2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti Q45 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | Q45 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
