2004 Holden Frontera vs. 1997 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 1997 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Frontera | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
