2001 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 2001 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | Q45 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
