2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Magellan would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. (275 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2006 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 2006 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan, 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. (310 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q45 | Magellan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
