2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 56 kg more than 1999 Infiniti Q45.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | 300 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
