2002 Honda City vs. 1998 Infiniti Q45

To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 818 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 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 1998 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, 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, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 1998 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda City 1998 Infiniti Q45
Make Honda Infiniti
Model City Q45
Year Released 2002 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1343 cc 4130 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 378 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 942 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2840 mm