2005 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti Q45 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | Q45 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
