2005 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 662 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tuscan. 2005 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti Q45 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Infiniti | TVR |
| Model | Q45 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |
