2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 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 159 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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, 1998 Xedos 6, 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1998 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1998 Xedos 6 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 | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Xedos |
| Model | Q45 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
