2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 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 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 484 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 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | Q7 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
