2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 4 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 87 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2002 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2006 Peugeot 607, 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti Q45 | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Peugeot |
| Model | Q45 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
