2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1995 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 1995 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Nitro | Q45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |