2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti I 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 116 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2001 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I, 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti Q45 | 2001 Infiniti I | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | Q45 | I |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |