2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (296 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (414 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 2005 Infiniti Q45
Make Chevrolet Infiniti
Model Tahoe Q45
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 4490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 340 HP
Torque 414 Nm 453 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 81 L


 

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