2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Versa, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa. 2006 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | Q45 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |
