2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | Q45 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 332 HP |
Torque | 452 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |