2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Yukon | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
