2005 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1993 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1993 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2005 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 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, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti QX4 | 1993 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | QX4 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
