2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 7 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 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 60 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | Q45 | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |