2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
Model | QX56 | Q45 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 81 L |