2002 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 218 kg more than 1993 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1993 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | MDX | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
