2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (328 Nm). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | Q45 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
