2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti Q45 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 147 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 81 kg more than 2002 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Infiniti | SsangYong |
| Model | Q45 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
