2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti Q45 | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q45 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3130 mm |
