2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2003 Infiniti Q45 and 2003 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 202 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2003 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | Q45 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
