2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota 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, 1992 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota. 1992 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Dakota | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
