2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1993 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1993 Infiniti Q45.
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, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 1993 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
Model | 300 | Q45 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |