2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 653 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger. 2001 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2001 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Ranger | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
