2001 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Infiniti Q45 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
Model | Q45 | LS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |