2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1994 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1994 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Avalanche | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
