2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena

To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2003 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Infiniti Q45 1995 Nissan Serena
Make Infiniti Nissan
Model Q45 Serena
Year Released 2003 1995
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4494 cc 2283 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 340 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2300 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2740 mm


 

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